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Buchika's Ski & Bike Shops
Categories: Active Life Bike Rentals Shopping Sporting Goods Outdoor Gear Shopping Sporting Goods Bikes Bike Rentals, Outdoor Gear, Bikes [Edit]
340 S BroadwaySalem, NH 03079
(603) 893-5534
- Hours:
Mon-Fri 10 am - 8 pm
Sat 10 am - 5 pm
Sun 12 pm - 5 pm
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
12 reviews for Buchika's Ski & Bike Shops
12 reviews in English
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Review from Gregory P.
Danvers, MA
4/13/2012
Very pleased with the prices & service from this place. My girlfriend bought a bike here last week and the service was excellent. It seemed like all bikes were priced 5-10% below retail pricing, which was most welcomed (a lot of bike shops won't budge from the manufacturers' suggested retail price).
Great selection of bikes too. And tax free! Highly recommended. -
Review from HyunJoo K.
Windham, NH
9/16/2011
Buchika's is great!
I like that it's not crazy busy with no customer help :)
We worked with a guy name Mike, and he is awesome with all his help and knowledge.
We ended up dropping big coin here, but good value too! He discounted one of our items, knowing that the item was going on sale in 2 weeks ... NICE!!! How awesome is that?
I also price compared with other places, and they are Very reasonable priced!
Bikes purchased there ... what I would call 100% support ... fittings, repairs, adjustments! and their bike prices are guaranteed low prices ... which puts my mind to rest :D
We will back here for more bike and ski equipment! I am eyeing some new winter wear! Sale coming up ... columbus weekend!
I recommend highly! There is a ski shop around the corner, but something about this place seems more reasonable and likeable :) Definitely will return! -
Review from Matthew A.
Salem, NH
5/20/2011 2 photos
We like Butchika's .We ski and now are getting into biking. Butchika;s has both. Spring/ Summer bikes and Fall/ Winter ski's and boards.
Its never crowded and I always can get someone to help answer all my pesty questions.
Huge selection and decent prices. Has stuff that both beginners and advanced skier/ bikers can both select from. That's a sign of a good store. -
Review from Julie H.
7/13/2011
This review is from my husband.. he bought some bar ends and a helmet from here today- "fairly priced, quick to help, nice and clean, and I will return there."
That says it! He obviously is a man of many words. -
Review from Charles A.
Salem, MA
12/27/2011
Scrambling to get skis after I had an order fall through and got desperate to get them before a trip to Utah. I emailed 4 different ski shops, well not only was Buchika the only one to respond I have a 15 email exchange figuring out the best ski for me and sorted out pricing. In regards to pricing, it was in season and they were under retail on their stock from this year (beating internet pricing before and after mounting). It will never be a cheap sport but you will not leave Buchika's with any regret.
I get to the ski shop already fairly content to drop off my bindings and come back next weekend. Then, I kept talking with the reps about how my new Atomic Blogs were for various conditions. At the end of my conversation my skis were mounted and ready that night! I live 40 min from the shop so that was extremely helpful. Even though I have a seasons pass they included a lift ticket with my skis that I can use for my poor girlfriend in school. I will be loyal to this ski shop for a long time and you should be too. ...a full week later and still no email back from any other ski shop...while I already have a full weekend of skiing on my new skis -
Review from Renee D.
Boston, MA
1/7/2011
I snowboard so I can't really speak for the bike services. I picked up new boots here last season and a new board this year and I'm very happy with both. The staff here is very knowledgeable and willing to find the best fit for you. Prices are also good.
The only problem is that at some points in the year their inventory is a bit low, but they gave me good information on where to find the things I needed and gave me a free lift pass for my troubles.
If I need any other stuff I'll definitely go here first. -
Review from Erich W.
Derry, NH
8/24/2011
We have been shopping at Buchika's for more than 10 years and I go back to them time and time again because they give honest advice and stand behind what they sell. Whether it's skis or bikes, they know their stuff and spend the time to get the fit right. If there's something they don't know about cycling or skiing, you don't need to know it.
I'm really annoyed by the people who post their temper tantrums on this list against Buchika's. It's a free country and you can shop where you like. But taking pot shots at these honest and decent people is just wrong. I believe this is a misuse of power and you really should consider actually speaking to the owners if you have an issue--especially if you're going to accuse someone of racism. -
Review from Shawn B.
Amesbury, MA
11/6/2011
This place is great, I bought a bike here and had nothing but a positive experience. They have the best prices here, hands down. I called numerous other stores and they couldn't even touch the prices that Buchika's has on their show floor. I worked with Todd, I think he's the owner not sure, but a really nice easy going guy that didn't try to pressure me or sell me up on a bike. When I bought the bike, they even swapped out all the parts I wanted changed and didn't give me a hassle about it whatsoever.
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Review from Minda H.
Methuen, MA
1/30/2008
They essentially told me that my bicycle was too "not it" to repair. For that they deserve only one star, because a bike shop that isn't in to promoting cycling in any way that they can (rather than just selling new bikes) is not the kind of shop that I care to frequent. Let's just say that when I do buy a new bike, it's not going to be from the snobbery at Buchikas.
But they get an additional star because some other guy on some other day was willing to break out his map and show me the cool local places to ride.
Points off for not carrying any Jamis bikes, either. -
Review from Nick P.
Berkeley, CA
8/28/2007
I'm shopping for a commuter/hybrid bicycle, and a couple coworkers mentioned this store. Upon visiting, I quickly noticed that their sales floor has a strong emphasis towards skiing, to the detriment of bicycling. I had mentally pictured a large store (warehouse, even), but the place is only of moderate size. Their site is currently advertising a "tent sale" through labor day, but as the tent is only maybe 20ft x 15ft (and entirely empty as of last night), I think their marketing far exceeds their stock.
They had several mountain bikes, but their selection was much more limited for hybrid/commuter models. Considering the location of the store and their emphasis towards skiing, this probably better fits their market. Nonetheless, I didn't see much for what I was looking for. The staff came off as friendly, but I didn't stick around for long, as I knew I would not find my bike here, which is a shame, because I was really looking forward to the effective 5% no-tax discount.
I might just be spoiled from visiting the more commuter-oriented stores closer to Boston. These guys might very well be great for skiing, but their selection of bicycles is definitely exaggerated on their website. -
Review from A M.
Woburn, MA
11/13/2010
Great shop. Informative laid back staff. Prices were fair. I would certainly return.
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Review from Lin C.
Haverhill, MA
10/17/2009
If you are a road cycling enthuiast, this is your kind of place. I have had my mountain bike serviced here and they did a great job, which prompted me to come here when I needed a road bike. John Maurice helped me select the perfect bike and I was so impressed with the precise fitting that I got with the bike. As I started road cycling more and more I kept coming in for additional purchases such as clipless pedals, shoes and numerous other accessories. Each time I was met with knowledge, friendliness and expert advice. They tuned not only tuned my bike up for it's (and my) first century but they provided lots of support too. My husband has been so impressed with their treatment of me,that he will be going here next year for his road bike.
Now that I have said the above, I do have to agree with the others, they do start to phase out the cycling stuff too early in the season and they go hard and heavy with the ski stuff- so if you like to cycle right up to the first frost they will have limited cycling accessories on display.
PS Another great thing about Buchikas is if you are affiliated with the GSW you just show your card and you will get a discount!
